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Old Feb 12, 2015, 11:25 AM
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I have tried for months now to attend AA meetings daily as suggested by old-timers and my sponsor. The fact is, I get very triggered by them and this causes me to cycle through extreme mood swings for at least 2 days until I calm down. During these times, I am distressed to the point where I can barely function. I am unable to work or accomplish much of anything. I am behind on all my bills right now and I really need to focus on working so I don't end up homeless. I really don't see attending daily meetings as being helpful.

I've decided to go to meetings just a few times a week and I feel better about it, except that I am going to get some pushback from my sponsor. Other AA members will assume that I am drinking or am going to drink because I've cut down on meetings.

I do not believe that all alcoholics are the same. We all have different personalities and what works for some does not work for others.

I'm curious as to how often others here attend AA meetings and if you've been able to maintain sobriety.
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